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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 2014 · 1,968 cc

LB05 DSBMOT history

LB05 DSB is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 4 Apr 2014. Its MOT is valid until 30 Apr 2027 and it has passed 9 of 14 MOT tests, with 115,826 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Apr 2027
Mileage
115,826 mi
At MOT on 9 Apr 2026
MOT tests
14
9 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,142 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 DSB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
4 Apr 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 DSB was last recorded at 115,826 miles on 9 Apr 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
115,826 miles · 7 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
8,142 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 115,826 miles
  • 2025 – 110,545 miles
  • 2024 – 106,767 miles
  • 2023 – 98,851 miles
  • 2022 – 90,790 miles
  • 2021 – 82,619 miles
  • 2019 – 68,870 miles
  • 2018 – 34,803 miles
  • 2017 – 42,305 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,826 miles
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

14 tests since 29 Mar 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,826 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    115,826 miles
    Test number
    728196060869
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  2. Fail115,826 miles (+5,281)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,826 miles
    Test number
    385924071106
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  3. Pass110,545 miles (+1)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    110,545 miles
    Test number
    392787373669
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  4. Fail110,544 miles (+3,777)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,544 miles
    Test number
    410828355802
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass106,767 miles (+7,916)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    106,767 miles
    Test number
    585457785831
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
  6. Pass98,851 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    98,851 miles
    Test number
    456767523344
    • AdvisoryRear coil springs corroded
  7. Fail98,851 miles (+8,061)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,851 miles
    Test number
    109391509375
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear coil springs corroded
  8. Pass90,790 miles (+8,171)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    90,790 miles
    Test number
    447873243026
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
  9. Pass82,619 miles (+13,749)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    82,619 miles
    Test number
    742488972317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass68,870 miles (+34,067)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    68,870 miles
    Test number
    111542660745

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass34,803 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    34,803 miles
    Test number
    106132455582
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
  12. Fail54,803 miles (+12,498)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,803 miles
    Test number
    219163352420
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
  13. Pass42,305 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    42,305 miles
    Test number
    896125745340
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  14. Fail42,305 miles2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,305 miles
    Test number
    237175579484
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB05 DSB

Does LB05 DSB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB05 DSB is valid until 30 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB05 DSB?
The MOT on LB05 DSB is valid until 30 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB05 DSB done?
LB05 DSB was recorded at 115,826 miles at its MOT on 9 Apr 2026, an average of 8,142 miles a year.
Has LB05 DSB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 DSB has failed 5 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LB05 DSB ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LB05 DSB find?
LB05 DSB passed its latest MOT on 9 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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